Setting up now for success
It's been great to have our students back from the break and hear of the many wonderful things they got up to during the holidays. I hope it was a safe and enjoyable one for you and your family.
Our orientation events for students in 2023 have commenced, with Prep taking place last week. These new students came and experienced a morning in a Prep lesson, meeting their peers and teachers. I had the opportunity to meet with parents and share key information for the years ahead. It was great to see these young students leave with smiles on their faces as they shared what activities they had gotten up to in the jungle!
Our Year 6 orientation also took place last week. These students have been preparing for Senior School as part of their transition program over the last two years. The orientation day was an opportunity for them to meet new students who will join the cohort in 2023, as well as familiarise themselves with the Senior School classrooms and teachers. You can read some of their experiences later in this Edition. We look forward to our Kindergarten orientation taking place next week.
A group of our Junior School students represented the College at NSW PSSA Athletics this week. This group of student's hard work and determination was evident on the track as they competed.
Today a group of students in Years 5 - 6 headed off to JAM (Jesus and Me) Camp at Deer Park in the Royal National Park. This camp provides opportunities for students to build relationships with peers, as well as be encouraged from the Bible. They also have the opportunity to participate in a range of outdoor recreational activities. We pray they will have a safe and enjoyable time and look forward to hearing their stories on Monday.
Next week, our Year 4 students will be going on camp together at Wedderburn Christian Campsite. This is the first time a Year 4 cohort has gone to camp, as we look to prepare them for their longer trips in Years 5 and 6. Camps provide students with opportunities to develop skills they don't get exposed to in the classroom. It also provides them with opportunities to try new things.
As we enter into Term 4, can I encourage you to set goals for your children, challenge them so they feel equipped to conquer what lies ahead for them.